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Category Archives: General Wine Information
It’s Father’s Day: Which Wine Should I Buy For My Dad?
The annual dilemma if you have the Dad or Father-In-Law that has everything (like most of do). Beside from taking your Dad to the movies to see The Hangover for great Father and Son bonding, here are some wine suggestions … Continue reading
What wine would you pair with Hamburger Helper?
I cannot remember the last time I had or ever made Hamburger Helper. Since moving, I am in an area that gets all kinds of free samples from cereal to tuna. So you can imagine my surprise when a box … Continue reading
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A Pairing Dilemma
With the Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Raptors out of town this week, I totally indulged at the Body Blitz Spa late this afternoon with a total head to toe scrub. When I got home shortly after 7 p.m., I … Continue reading
Interesting Japanese Wines
When you think of wine growing regions, Japan isn’t the first place you would think of. While it’s true that many, if not most countries, are growing grapes, but is the quality of the wine any good? Recently I had … Continue reading
A Sonoma Wine Tasting To Remember
Last Thursday, I attended this fantastic event held here in Toronto and thought I would share some of the highlights for me at this tasting. Let’s begin with some whites:
Triscuits, Cheese And Your Favorite Chardonnay
Yes, it’s true Nabisco Foods (the company that owns the Triscuit brand) is getting into food and wine pairing. The September 30, 2008 issue of Wine Spectator has a two-page ad from Triscuit featuring their “Rosemary & Olive Oil” cracker … Continue reading
Sex And The Vineyards: My Review Of The Film "Bottle Shock"
Although there was great potential for this film to recount the story about the infamous Paris tasting of 1976, I felt Bottle Shock struggled with its plot and character development. Alan Rickman who played Steven Spurrier was fantastic in his role as … Continue reading
Wining and Dining at the Cottage
We all know Labour Day is just around the corner and there are still a few weeks left at the cottage this summer. So, why not pick up a few interesting gems in the latest Vintages release in Ontario. Whites … Continue reading
El Dorado Kitchen: Lunching In Beautiful Downtown Sonoma
Looking for a diversion between wineries? Then head to El Dorado Kitchen located in downtown Sonoma where they serve lunch and dinner daily and brunch on Sunday. I had the opportunity to dine here for lunch on my way to … Continue reading
Rockin' & Rollin' in the Stag's Leap District
Where else can you listen to Led Zepplin and taste an amazing Cabernet Sauvignon but at Cliff Lede Vineyards located in the heart of the Stag’s Leap District. I was greeted by Rikki, who would be giving me a personal … Continue reading